How to: Use Takeoff Assemblies
Takeoff Assemblies are a powerful tool that allows you to complete your takeoff measurement and estimate your material and labor costs all in one action. This tool is one of the most powerful tools PlanSwift has to offer. In this article, PlanSwift gives you a step by...
Which takeoff software is best for Electrical?
Estimating for electrical work in construction isn’t an easy thing to do, especially when compared to other construction estimating tools. If the project is simple and quick you won’t have an issue, the problem is when you have a pretty substantial job. Using square...
Fold-able Mobile Homes
uBox is an incredible machine created by the United Kingdom firm Ten Fold Engineering. It has the ability to transform itself from a complete home down to a shipping container like structure for easy transportation. How does it work? Each of these...
Bilateral Laser Distance Measurer
What is a bilateral laser distance measurer? The VH-80 is a device that measures distances by shooting two pulsing laser lights from two separate sources in opposite directions to measure the distance provided. It measures the amount of time it takes for each...
Which construction takeoff software is best for small contractors?
Many small contractors only use free takeoff and estimating software because it saves them money but free estimating software will end up costing you more in the long run. Whether it be spending extra time trying to learn the software or find out after you’ve already...How does wet weather affect construction?
Wet weather can be a problem for a number of different types of construction jobs, roofing, excavating, and even concrete. Aside from being extremely unpleasant to work in, heavy rain can also reduce visibility for the drivers of vehicles and equipment. It can turn...
How To: Get the most out of your FREE Trial with PlanSwift
In this article, PlanSwift gives you step by step instructions on how to get the most out of your free trial of the number one takeoff and estimating software. PlanSwift offers a 14 Day FREE Trial of the software so you can make sure it’s the right one for your...
Vacuum Excavator clears dirt in seconds!
Digging around power lines and water networks can be tricky business. One false move and you can end up with a much bigger problem than you originally started with. Vactor, a vacuum excavator company, offers a unique solution. The vacuum excavator is a giant vacuum...